Do you want to buy a large trailer to tow with your truck or SUV? You’ll probably need a Class 3, 4 or 5 hitch, then, which means you’ll also need a good weight distributing hitch.
A weight distributing hitch, which is also referred to as a trailer equalizer, helps to distribute the downward force from heavy trailers across a larger, more even plane. It’s important for this downward force, referred to as tongue weight, to be distributed across the vehicle’s axles and the trailer’s axles, as it can put too much weight on the rear of your vehicle. This is not only bad for your truck or SUV, but can contribute to vehicle control problems and also break your trailer receiver hitch.
A weight distributing hitch can help keep you safe while out on the road and towing, so you’ll definitely want to read up on them before making your purchase. Luckily for you, we’re going to go over some of the best weight distributing hitches on sale in this post. Afterward, we’ll also touch on the different types of weight distributing hitches available today, what sets them apart and which are best for which applications.